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Garrett shows he's smarter than the system

John Clayton, ESPN.com

Jason Garrett has the credentials to become a fine head coach, but he probably made the right decision to stay in Dallas for more seasoning, writes John Clayton.

Story | Conversation | January 18, 2008

Raiders have eyes set on return to Super Bowl

John Clayton, ESPN.com

The Raiders kept the core of their team together in an attempt to make another run at the Super Bowl.

Story | Conversation | August 06, 2003

Peterson holds Gonzalez to one catch

John Clayton, ESPN.com

One key to the game for the 49ers was Julian Peterson's play against Tony Gonzalez.

Story | Conversation | November 10, 2002

Elite QB play is good business for NFL

John Clayton, ESPN.com

Tired of seemingly bogus roughing-the-passer calls? Well, don't expect them to go away, writes John Clayton in his latest mailbag.

Story | Conversation | October 07, 2009

Ravens, Patriots bracing for shootout?

John Clayton, ESPN.com

New England-Baltimore figures to be a low-scoring defensive struggle, right? Not exactly. Both teams have been emphasizing offense so far this season, writes John Clayton.

Story | Conversation | October 01, 2009

A glaring oversight overhead

John Clayton, ESPN.com

In his latest mailbag, John Clayton examines the problems looming for the Cowboys' stadium scoreboard, whether the Colts have improved their defensive line and one NFL record that might never be broken.

Story | Conversation | August 31, 2009

Taking another pass with the Wildcat

John Clayton, ESPN.com

The Wildcat offense isn't going away, but expect to see teams throw more from the formation this season, writes John Clayton.

Story | Conversation | July 02, 2009

Top drafters have staying power

John Clayton, ESPN.com

Ozzie Newsome and Bill Belichick are among the best at finding talent in the draft, writes John Clayton.

Story | Conversation | April 15, 2009

Undermanned Titans remain focused, confident

John Clayton, ESPN.com

The Titans will be without their two best defensive players against Pittsburgh, but they're going to concede the AFC's No. 1 seed without a fight, writes John Clayton.

Story | Conversation | December 18, 2008

If Steelers' D passes Titanic test, it approaches greatness

John Clayton, ESPN.com

This season's Steelers defense conjures memories of the Steel Curtain of the '70s. Where does it rank historically? John Clayton considers that, plus your questions.

Story | Conversation | December 17, 2008

Staying put might be in Cassel's best interest

John Clayton, ESPN.com

The Patriots would be wise to re-sign QB Matt Cassel, and Cassel would probably be wise to stay, John Clayton writes in this edition of his mailbag.

Story | Conversation | November 25, 2008

Linehan, Kiffin firings likely only the beginning

John Clayton, ESPN.com

In his weekly mailbag, John Clayton tackles questions on the Lions, Roy Williams' future in Dallas, the Redskins' offense and more.

Story | Conversation | October 01, 2008

Even without Brady, Pats-Colts ranks as the best modern rivalry

John Clayton, ESPN.com

Three of the five best rivalries in the NFL today renew this weekend, John Clayton writes.

Story | Conversation | September 11, 2008

This deal is a downer for Favre

John Clayton, ESPN.com

The deal sending Brett Favre to the Jets isn't a good one for the legendary quarterback, John Clayton writes.

Story | Conversation | August 06, 2008

Time for Bengals to heal themselves, excise Johnson

John Clayton, ESPN.com

Chad Johnson's "ailment" just emphasizes how much the Bengals need to rid themselves of the tantrum-prone receiver, John Clayton writes.

Story | Conversation | June 12, 2008